Richard Hall

@Inter_en ‘The revival of a fallen giant’ ⚫️🔵🇮🇹 Can’t believe it has been nearly 10 years since I worked with @guardian_sport on this. Where has the time gone? Features Roberto Mancini, Giuseppe Bergomi, Ivan Perisic and the late Mario Corso #Inter theguardian.com/football/vid…

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🇮🇹🗞️ THE ITALIAN PAPERS | SATURDAY 14 NOVEMBER A fascinating morning in Italy, with Pio Esposito’s emergence, Milan’s ambitions and a remarkable Juventus transfer suggestion dominating the headlines. 🩷 GAZZETTA — “MY WORLD-CLASS MILAN” Gerry Cardinale gives an exclusive interview, insisting he will never sell Milan and promising that the Rossoneri will compete with the richest clubs in the transfer market. He believes Milan will win the Scudetto again. Meanwhile, “WE BELIEVE IN PIO” celebrates Esposito’s extraordinary international scoring record. Italy’s U21s also defeated France 2-1, with Camarda on the scoresheet. 🔴 CORRIERE — “WE’RE BACK!” Italy’s 3-1 victory over France continues to dominate the national conversation. Mancini is compared with the legendary Enzo Bearzot, while 8.3 million television viewers watched the Azzurri’s triumph. The paper also reports on Inter’s Premier League connections, Juventus’s January strategy and Roma goalkeeper Svilar’s importance to Gasperini. ⚪ TUTTOSPORT — “ÇALHANOĞLU TEMPTS JUVENTUS” The most intriguing headline of the morning. Tuttosport claims that Hakan Çalhanoğlu’s difficult contract renewal situation at Inter could create an opportunity for Juventus. The Turkish international is also attracting interest from Saudi Arabia, although any Juventus move remains speculation rather than an agreement. Elsewhere, Mancini’s rejuvenated Italy prepare for Belgium, Torino face fresh concerns over Belghali’s knee, and Italy’s U21s celebrate their own victory against France. Three newspapers, three very different narratives. Italian football never stops. #SerieA #Inter #Milan #Juventus #Azzurri #Calcio

🇮🇹 THE ITALIAN PAPERS — FRIDAY 13 NOVEMBER Italy is celebrating this morning after a magnificent 3-1 comeback victory over France at San Siro, with Pio Esposito announcing himself on the international stage. Gazzetta: “ITALY EXPLODES” Corriere: “THANK YOU, MANCINI” Tuttosport: “WE’RE BACK!” All three papers lead with the Azzurri’s triumph. An early mistake from Donnarumma gifted Olise the opener, but Italy responded through Davide Frattesi and an extraordinary Pio Esposito double. The Inter youngster now has nine goals in just 14 international appearances. Remarkably, he also missed a penalty at 1-1, but showed tremendous character to respond with two goals, dedicating his performance to his brother Sebastiano. For Roberto Mancini, this was a hugely significant evening. Italy hadn’t beaten France at home for 64 years, and the victory takes them top of their Nations League group. A draw in Belgium on Sunday will be enough to secure a quarter-final place. There was also a standing ovation at San Siro, with newly crowned world champion Kimi Antonelli watching from the stands. Away from the national team, Tuttosport reports that Juventus and Napoli are competing for Monza striker Varela, with a reported asking price of at least €30 million. Juventus continue to assess their attacking options, including Sørloth, Balogun and Scamacca, while Kevin De Bruyne’s Napoli future is questioned. Gazzetta also examines the contrasting strengths of Roma and Inter: Gasperini’s side possess a formidable attack, but Chivu’s Inter are creating more opportunities. Meanwhile, the newspaper highlights a decline in red cards and penalties in Serie A. An extraordinary night for Italian football, and particularly for Pio Esposito. The future of the Azzurri looks considerably brighter this morning. #Italia #Azzurri #NationsLeague #Inter #SerieA #Calcio #Esposito

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🇮🇹📰 THE ITALIAN PAPERS | THURSDAY 12 NOVEMBER 2026 Italy against France dominates this morning’s front pages, with a sold-out San Siro awaiting a Nations League showdown. But there is plenty happening away from the international stage, with Zidane discussing Juventus, Milan facing a huge asking price for Tresoldi and Roma continuing to pursue Endrick. 🇮🇹 ITALY: Gazzetta leads with “CORRI ITALIA”, Corriere declares “UNA POLE ALLA KIMI”, while Tuttosport has “ANCHE KIMI SPINGE LA GIOVANE ITALIA”. Mancini believes his young side can beat France and challenge for first place. The Esposito brothers are central to the build-up, while Zidane must manage without Mbappé. Mancini also urges supporters not to whistle Donnarumma. World champion Kimi Antonelli will be watching from the stands with his tricolour hair! ⚪⚫ JUVENTUS: Zidane has given Bianconeri supporters something to dream about. Asked about coaching Juventus, the Frenchman responds: “Why not?” He also speaks warmly about Marcello Lippi’s influence. Elsewhere, Juve are reportedly considering Bernasconi and Udogie for the left flank, while Bosnia coach Sergej Barbarez believes Kenan Yıldız has Ballon d’Or potential. 🔴⚫ MILAN: The Nicolò Tresoldi story takes another twist. Gazzetta reports that Club Brugge want €60 million for the striker in January. A considerable obstacle if Milan are serious about bringing him to San Siro. Tuttosport also links the Rossoneri with Feyenoord’s Givairo Read. 🟡🔴 ROMA: Endrick remains a major talking point. Corriere reports that the Brazilian is ready for a move to Gasperini’s Roma, although his future at Real Madrid remains unresolved. The youngster needs opportunities, and Roma could offer them. 🔵 NAPOLI: Giovanni Manna confirms interest in Torino’s Cacciamani, but Tuttosport suggests a January transfer is unlikely. Napoli continue assessing their options ahead of the winter window. ⚫🔵 INTER: Pio Esposito is once again in the national spotlight, with his brother Sebastiano also featuring prominently in the Italy–France build-up. Tuttosport additionally links Inter with Ovando as the January speculation gathers pace. 🐂 TORINO: Cacciamani’s future is attracting attention, with Napoli reportedly monitoring the youngster. Torino supporters will be hoping another promising player remains with the Granata. Three papers united by one enormous international fixture, but the domestic stories are equally fascinating. Zidane and Juventus, Endrick and Roma, Tresoldi and Milan. January is approaching, and the transfer market is already generating headlines. For tonight, though, all eyes turn to San Siro. Buongiorno from the Italian papers! 🇮🇹⚽📰

The @GentlemanUltra Italian Paper Headlines 🇮🇹 Lots of transfer talk here from @Gazzetta_it @CorSport and @tuttosport Including rumours on #Milan #Roma and #Juventus

🇮🇹 THE ITALIAN PAPERS — WEDNESDAY 11 NOVEMBER A busy morning across the Italian sports press, with the January transfer market already dominating the headlines. 🔴⚫ MILAN: La Gazzetta dello Sport leads with “TRESOLDI SUBITO” — Milan want Nicolò Tresoldi immediately. Cardinale is preparing for January, while Amorim considers a two-striker attack involving Gonçalo Ramos. Corriere reports Milan have passed on Endrick, while Tuttosport says Tresoldi himself is keen on the Rossoneri. 🟡🔴 ROMA: Endrick is the big story. Corriere declares “ROMA IN POLE”, with Gasperini’s side reportedly leading the race for the Real Madrid youngster. Roma want more attacking options, and the Brazilian needs regular football. Could this be a perfect January opportunity? ⚫🔵 INTER: Injury concerns dominate. Corriere headlines “INTER, CHIVU NE PERDE TRE”, while Tuttosport goes with “L’INTER RICADE A PEZZI”. Bonny and Thuram feature prominently in the reports, with further concerns surrounding Stanković. A difficult moment for Chivu as he tries to maintain momentum. ⚪⚫ JUVENTUS: Tuttosport leads with “KOLO ALA TI PORTA IL NOVE”. Spalletti is considering how to reshape his attack, potentially using Kolo Muani wider and bringing in another centre-forward. Sørloth, Balogun and Scamacca are all discussed across today’s papers. The search for greater attacking firepower continues. 🐂 TORINO: A significant development away from the pitch. Tuttosport reports that a stadium redevelopment proposal has been presented, with the potential to reshape the club’s long-term future. 🇮🇹 ITALY: Attention turns towards France. Corriere highlights Pio Esposito’s impressive international scoring record, while the papers examine Mancini’s selections and the challenge of bringing together players from 22 different clubs. Three newspapers, three different priorities, but one unmistakable theme: Italian football is already looking towards January. Milan want a striker, Roma see an opportunity in Endrick, Juventus are searching for solutions, and Inter must manage an increasingly difficult injury situation. Buongiorno from the Italian papers! 🇮🇹📰⚽

It's the Italian Paper review for Monday 10th November 🇮🇹 Featuring @Gazzetta_it @CorSport and @tuttosport #SerieA #Italy

🇮🇹🗞️ ITALIAN PAPERS | TUESDAY 10 NOVEMBER 2026 Three front pages, three very different stories. Inter are looking to secure their midfield future, Roma are rewriting the attacking record books, Juventus have questions to answer, and Italian football is producing goals at an extraordinary rate. 🔵⚫ INTER — ÇALHANOĞLU, SIGN HERE! La Gazzetta dello Sport leads with “FIRMA QUI” — SIGN HERE! Inter are pushing to secure Hakan Çalhanoğlu’s future. Contract renewal talks are heating up, with the club hoping to conclude an agreement before the end of the year. The Turkish midfielder, whose current deal expires in 2027, is now reportedly ready to extend his stay in Nerazzurro. After the impressive victory over Como, Inter are not simply thinking about the next match. They are looking to protect the core of a side that Chivu believes can compete for the biggest honours. For all the attention given to the younger players, Çalhanoğlu remains a fundamental part of Inter’s midfield identity. 🔴🟡 ROMA AND THE ITALIAN GOAL EXPLOSION Gazzetta declares: “SIAMO IL PAESE DEL GOL” — WE ARE THE COUNTRY OF GOALS! An astonishing 342 goals in the opening 11 Serie A matchdays, more than three goals per match and 98 more than at the same stage last season. Roma are at the centre of the excitement. Gasperini’s side have scored in abundance, with Donyell Malen already responsible for 31 goals across Serie A and European competition, according to the paper’s headline figures. Yet Corriere dello Sport takes a fascinatingly different angle. “LE ANTICRISTIAN” — THE ANTI-CRISTIANS! For the first time after 11 rounds, two clubs from the same city remain unbeaten: Lazio and Roma. Gattuso’s Lazio have a record 29 points, bettering the starts made by Maestrelli and Eriksson. Gasperini’s Roma sit just two points off the summit, with 31 goals and attacking numbers among the best in the club’s recent history. And between the two Roman clubs sits Inter. The capital is dreaming, but the Nerazzurri are very much part of this championship conversation. ⚪⚫ JUVENTUS — NO PENALTIES, NEW TARGETS AND YILDIZ’S RETURN Corriere leads with “JUVE, ZERO RIGORI” — Juventus have not been awarded a single penalty in their opening 11 league matches. The paper also reports that Roma have received none, Como one, Milan’s two clubs two each and Lazio three. But the issues extend beyond refereeing decisions. Juventus are looking for another centre-forward, with Gazzetta reporting renewed interest in Alexander Sørloth, the Norwegian striker who was already a target in June. Tuttosport devotes its major headline to Kenan Yıldız. “JUVE, ARRIVO!” — JUVE, I’M COMING! The Turkish international says he expects to return in December, explaining how much he misses his teammates. He has received the Bulgarelli Award in Bologna and speaks of progress in his recovery and a desire to get back onto the pitch. Spalletti is already reviewing the mistakes made against Fiorentina, while Kalulu faces a month out with a muscular problem. Juventus need solutions, and quickly. 🔵 NAPOLI — ALLEGRI’S SHOPPING LIST Corriere reports that Napoli have identified two early transfer targets: Varela and Chelsea winger Jamie Gittens. Meanwhile, the pressure around the title race continues to grow as Napoli attempt to keep pace with the leading clubs. 🔴⚫ MILAN — CISSÉ’S REMARKABLE RISE Corriere highlights Alphadjo Cissé’s astonishing progress. Eight goals in 13 matches, with the 20-year-old making a major impact in just 90 days. The paper compares his early scoring record with Alexandre Pato’s. Another young talent making Italian football sit up and take notice. 🇮🇹 ITALY — MANCINI LOOKS TO THE FUTURE Gazzetta reports on an intriguing attacking partnership involving Cissé and Pio Esposito ahead of Italy’s meeting with France at San Siro on Thursday. Meanwhile, Giacomo Calò tells the paper that, at 29, he still believes a senior international call-up is possible.

🇮🇹🗞️ ITALIAN PAPERS | MONDAY 9 NOVEMBER Three papers, three very different headlines, but one thing is clear: the Serie A title race is becoming fascinating. 🔵⚫ INTER ARE BACK IN BUSINESS! Gazzetta leads with “LA LEGGE DELL’INTER” — the law of Inter. Corriere calls it “CHIVU DI FORZA”, while Tuttosport admits that Como were simply beaten by the better side. Inter 2–0 Como. Pio Esposito and Marcus Thuram deliver the goals, Chivu wins the tactical battle against Fàbregas, and the Nerazzurri move within a single point of Lazio. Gazzetta calls it the perfect performance. Fàbregas acknowledges Inter’s superior level, while Tuttosport highlights his admission that Como made too many mistakes. After all the excitement surrounding Como’s 9–1 European victory, this was a reminder that Inter remain a formidable force. Two consecutive wins since the derby defeat, and suddenly the mood has changed. 🔴⚫ MILAN KEEP CLIMBING — BUT NOT WITHOUT DRAMA Gazzetta declares “MILAN ANCORA PIÙ SU” after a 2–1 victory at Genoa. Cissé and Pulisic score as Milan climb to fourth, but Corriere focuses on the controversy: “FURIA RABIOT”. Genoa pushed Milan hard, while Rabiot’s protests towards referee Massa and his exchange with Calvarese add another dimension to the story. Milan may have struggled in Europe, but domestically they continue finding ways to win. ⚪⚫ JUVENTUS: CHARACTER, CHAOS AND QUESTIONS Fiorentina 2–2 Juventus. Tuttosport leads with “L’ORGOGLIO, LA RABBIA E VICARIO” — pride, anger and Vicario. Juventus come from behind twice through Woltemade and Bremer, but defensive fragility remains a serious concern. Tuttosport also highlights a penalty it believes Juventus should have received. Corriere says Bremer and De Gea saved Juventus, while Gazzetta’s verdict is more severe: “JUVE NON VA” — Juve aren’t functioning. Spalletti’s team show resilience, but another draw leaves them chasing the leading sides. 🔵 NAPOLI AND LAZIO SHARE THE POINTS Napoli 1–1 Lazio. Gazzetta calls it “PARI AL BACIO”, with Allegri surviving and Gattuso remaining top. Corriere describes Napoli’s comeback as an assault on Lazio’s lead, while Tuttosport says Lazio are left frustrated by an own goal from Pedraza. The result keeps Lazio one point above Inter and leaves Napoli searching for greater consistency. 🏆 THE BIG PICTURE Lazio 29 points. Inter 28. Roma 27. Milan 24. Como 23. Chivu has Inter moving again, Milan are climbing despite their imperfections, Juventus are still searching for answers and the pressure remains intense at Napoli. The headline of the morning belongs to Inter, but this championship is far from settled. Italian football is delivering drama, controversy and a title race worth watching every single week. #SerieA #Inter #Juventus #Milan #Napoli #Como1907 #Calcio

Full time at the San Siro: @Inter 2-0 @Como_1907 ⚫️🔵🇮🇹 A tactical masterclass from Cristian Chivu that gives us the perfect response after the derby disappointment. Fàbregas’ side came here with all the momentum, but they ran straight into a structural brick wall. Through the game I was looking at how Inter tactically dismantled the Como machine. ⬇️ 1/ The Out-of-Possession Shape Como dominated the ball (57% possession), but it was entirely by our design. Chivu set up a highly disciplined 3-5-2 block that completely negated Como’s 4-2-3-1. We didn't chase them; we dropped into a compact low-to-mid block, choking the space between our lines and forcing their playmakers into wide, non-threatening areas. 2/ Stifling Nico Paz & Douvikas Nico Paz and Tasos Douvikas came into this in red-hot form, but they were entirely anonymous tonight. Hakan Çalhanoğlu shielded the back three perfectly, tracking Paz’s half-space pockets. When Como did look to progress vertically, Manuel Akanji and Alessandro Bastoni stepped out with total aggression, limiting Comoto just one solitary shot on target over 90 minutes. 3/ Exploiting the Wings & Rapid Transitions While Como recycled possession laterally through Luis Milla and Jacobo Ramón, Inter were direct and vertical. Djed Spence and Federico Dimarco stretched Como's backline flawlessly. The first goal was a direct consequence of this: Spence driving into space to find Pio Esposito in the 12th minute. We let Comoovercommit, then punished them on the break. 4/ The Strike Partnership Synergy Without Lautaro, Marcus Thuram and young Pio Esposito showed remarkable chemistry. They staggered their positioning excellently—Esposito acting as the focal point to pin Marc-Oliver Kempf, allowing Thuram to drop deep, drift left, and exploit the spaces behind Yan Couto. Thuram's goal in the 19th minute was a masterclass in capitalizing on a destabilised defensive line. 5/ The Verdict Fàbregas has built a side that loves a passing carousel, but Chivu proved that possession without penetration is useless. Inter managed 6 shots on target from just 43% of the ball, creating far higher quality opportunities Complete tactical maturity. This is exactly the kind of gritty, structurally sound performance that wins Scudettos. Forza Inter! ⚫️🔵 #InterComo #SerieA #CalcioTactics

HT: @Inter 2-0 @Como_1907 ⚫️🔵🇮🇹 A very professional half. An excellent first half from Cristian Chivu’s Inter, and the statistics tell the story of a side that has been far more dangerous despite seeing less of the ball. Como have enjoyed 55.4% possession, but Inter have registered eight shots to two, three on target to none, and an extraordinary 13 touches in the opposition penalty area compared with just ONE for Fàbregas’ side. That is the difference between possession and genuine attacking threat. Without Lautaro Martínez, the partnership of Pio Esposito and Marcus Thuram has a huge responsibility. Esposito provides a physical focal point while Thuram offers the mobility and pace to exploit the spaces Como leave behind. This is an important opportunity for the young Italian to demonstrate his growing importance. In midfield, Barella’s energy, Çalhanoğlu’s positional intelligence and Zieliński’s technical quality are fundamental to how Inter manage the game. With Como enjoying more possession, the challenge is to remain compact while ensuring that transitions are quick and purposeful. Dimarco and Spence provide the width, while the defensive trio of Akanji, Bastoni and Carlos Augusto have helped restrict Como to just two attempts and not a single shot on target. Josep Martínez has barely been tested. What impresses me most is that Inter haven’t needed to dominate possession to dominate the dangerous areas of the pitch. That is a significant distinction against a technically accomplished Como side. The second half requires exactly the same concentration. Nico Paz and Como’s creative players cannot be allowed space between the lines, and Inter must avoid retreating too deeply simply because they have a two-goal advantage. Chivu has put Inter in a commanding position. Now the Nerazzurri need to maintain their intensity, exploit the spaces as Como push forward and finish the job. An extremely encouraging 45 minutes. More of the same, please! #Inter #ForzaInter #InterComo

This has been a superb first half so far from @Inter not only for the intensity but also for being clinical. To produce be producing a performance like this 'one of old' against in in form @Como_1907 is extremely great warming ⚫️🔵🇮🇹

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